Letter Sample:
Discrepancy Details: (Choose One)
- Incorrectly applied patient responsibility: The provider billed me $[Billed Amount], while my insurance EOB states I am only responsible for $[Correct Patient Responsibility].
- Insurance adjustment not applied: The insurance company shows an adjustment of $[Adjustment Amount] that has not been deducted from my provider bill.
- Deductible/Co-pay incorrectly charged: My insurance has confirmed that this charge should have been covered as part of [ex. preventive care, in-network benefits, etc.].
- Out-of-pocket maximum met: My insurance states that I have met my annual out-of-pocket maximum, yet I am still being billed for services.
I request that your office review this discrepancy and correct the billing statement accordingly.
If necessary, please contact [Insurance Company Name] at [Insurance Customer Service Phone Number] to verify the correct patient responsibility amount. Billing a member a different amount than the insurer lists on the Explanation of Benefits is a violation of your contractual obligation with [Insurance Company Name].